Immigration Paralegal (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Konare Law Paralegal

At Konare Law, we are dedicated to creating positive futures for clients facing immigration challenges. We focus on understanding each client’s unique story while providing high-quality legal counsel. Our firm specializes in immigration removal proceedings and cases involving USCIS, DOS, and DOL, leveraging extensive immigration law expertise and strong litigation skills.

What is a Konare Law Paralegal?

Konare Law is seeking a bilingual Immigration Paralegal (Spanish) to work closely with attorneys in supporting clients through their immigration journey. The ideal candidate will manage immigration casework, keep clients informed, and assist with preparing legal filings and trial materials. This role plays a vital part in helping clients feel supported and represented throughout their immigration legal process.

 Responsibilities

• Keep immigration cases organized by maintaining files, monitoring calendars, meeting deadlines, documenting actions and client communications, updating the file database, and confirming case status with attorneys.


• Keep clients informed through regular contact and updates on immigration case progress.


• Assist assigned attorneys with immigration litigation and trial preparation, particularly in removal proceedings.


• Maintain client confidence by safeguarding confidential client/attorney information.


• Attend all assigned client meetings, both in person and virtually.


• Track the status of immigration filings with USCIS, EOIR, DOS, and DOL and ensure timely follow-up.


• Prepare and draft motions, routine correspondence, and immigration filings with federal agencies and immigration courts; serve as a liaison to court personnel.


• Compile indexes, pleadings, exhibits, checklists, motions, and conduct legal research for immigration litigation proceedings.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication.


• Active listening.


• Critical thinking.


• Complex problem solving.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Especially Word).


• Strong ability to multi-task effectively.


• Strong organization skills.


• Detailed oriented.


• Strict adherence to legal confidentiality requirements.
  
  

 Qualifications

• Candidate should be a motivated self-starter who is able to work independently and communicate effectively with clients and their legal team.


• Candidate must have a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced immigration law environment.


• Candidate should possess a demonstrated history of excellence in their career, as well as a passion for serving immigrant clients and communities.


• Candidate must have excellent customer service skills.


• Candidate should have the willingness to cross-train for other job functions.
  


• Candidate must be bilingual in English and Spanish.

 Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree with two years of legal experience or associate degree with three years of legal experience


• Certification: Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)


• Experience: Two years of immigration law experience and two years of customer service experience.
  

Working for Konare Law:

Join Our Vision, Experience the Benefits

Health & Wellness

• Health Insurance: We’ve got you covered! 90% of your premium is on us.


• Vision & Dental: Your sight and smile matter. Enjoy 100% paid coverage.


• Disability Coverage: Both short-term and long-term disability insurance are fully covered.

Financial Security & Growth

• 401K Benefits: Thinking of the future? We match dollar for dollar up to 4%.

Nourish & Celebrate

• Friday Lunches: End your week right! Lunch is on us every Friday.


• Festive Holidays: At least 10 holiday days to rest and celebrate.


• Fun Activities: Bond and enjoy with your colleagues throughout the year.

Legal Resources & Training

• Comprehensive Libraries & Subscriptions: LexisNexis, AILA Library, Practice Law Institute (PLI), Law360, Best Practice, Master Series, PLI Wednesday, & Master Class


• Exceptional In-House Training: Our training for Legal Assistants stands unmatched. We ensure you’re always ahead in your immigration law practice.
  

Work Location: In person

Additional Information:

Konare Law participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.